Boulder Senior Services – Dec. 2019
East Boulder Senior Center: 5660 Sioux Drive, Boulder, CO 80303 – 303-441-4150
West Boulder Senior Center: 909 Arapahoe Ave. Boulder, CO 80302 – 303-441-3148
Chautauquan Series: Abe Lincoln
Course #18729
Wednesday, December 4
West Senior Center
1 – 2 p.m.
John Voehl, a Chautauquan actor and student of this historical period, reenacts Lincoln on his fateful last day. This presentation will review conversations between the President and his wife as well as other activities before Lincoln left the White House for the last time on the evening of April 14, 1865.
Rumba and Cuban Style Salsa
Course #1858
Tuesdays, December 3 – 17
East Senior Center
1:15 – 2:15 p.m.
Dance into the holiday season with Rumba and favorite Cuban style Salsa. Instructor: Judy Kreith.
Active Minds – Space Exploration: From the Moon Landing to Today and Beyond
Course #18565
Wednesday, December 11
West Senior Center
1 – 2 p.m.
On July 16, 1969, the United States landed the first manned space mission on the moon. Join Active Minds to reflect on President Kennedy’s challenge, the space race, the Apollo Mission, and the role NASA has played since the lunar landing, as well as discussing the current political context for NASA and the rise of private space companies such as SpaceX, Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic.
Active Minds – Japan
Course #18566
Monday, December 23
East Senior Center
3 – 4 p.m.
Japan has a complex and fascinating history. Join Active Minds to trace the evolution of the modern Japanese state from its ancient roots to the present, including the impact of War II as well as their economic recession in the 1990s.
SPARK Ballroom Dance and Holiday Social
Course #19160
Thursday, December 12
East Senior Center
1 – 2:30 p.m.
This program is designed for individuals with neurodegenerative diseases, including dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, who are accompanied by their caregiver or partner. Join SPARK for a holiday social with music, ballroom dancing and refreshments. Family members welcome. Sponsored by Alzheimer’s Association, Boulder Seniors Foundation, and Boulder County Area Agency on Aging.
